Grilled Jalapeño-Lime Chicken with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs marinated in fresh lime juice and jalapeño with a cooling cilantro yogurt sauce, perfect for summer cookouts. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh lime juice, jalapeño for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1 small finely chopped jalapeño (seeds removed), 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges are slightly charred.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp honey, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin in a small bowl.
  5. Step 5: Serve grilled chicken with a generous dollop of cilantro yogurt sauce.

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